The Academies

Theresa Phillips Principal THA

The Hastings Academies

Two federated academies: • The Hastings •

Supported by sponsors: • University of Brighton • BT • County Council

The journey so far

First phase 2008-2011: The Hastings Federation of 3 local schools: • Filsham Valley • The Grove • Hillcrest

• Ninestiles plus, a school improvement partner • Designed to form a platform for the academies

September 2011 opening of The Hastings Academies

Aim: • To improve the life chances of our students by providing an outstanding educational experience • Further improve standards • Education led regeneration

Three priorities: • Every child known, to enable them to realise their potential • Ensure inclusion and equity, to meet diverse needs of our students • Work in partnership with stakeholders

Photos in the next few slides

• View of the front (TP photos) • Learning on the steps at the back (TP photo of lesson) • Photos of dining area, corridor,

The context

• 52% Pupil premium

• 30% SEN

• Low Stability; 200 in-year admissions since opening • Top quintile for deprivation • 95% White British • Significantly low prior attainment

Innovative responses

Strengthen Partnerships: • Expansion of The Hastings Academies Trust to include primary schools • Establish HACA (Hastings Academies and College Alliance) to provide 1st class CPD • Vertical Partnership with SCCH & UoB Provide Family Support: • Appointment of Family Key Worker & Family Liaison worker • The Beacon Multi-Agency facility for families Recruiting Teach First participants: • Improve quality of teaching ~ 26 in Hastings next year

Forward momentum:

• Good Ofsted judgement May 2013 • Wonderful new building • Exceptional IT provision for staff & students • Oversubscribed with 1st choice preferences • Mutually beneficial partnerships • Strong sense of identity & trust • Raised ambitions BUT: • Need to improve outcomes

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